Breaking the Silence of Addiction: The Need for Action
Substance use disorder (SUD) in the U.S. has risen dramatically since the COVID-19 pandemic began. According to the 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 40.3 million people aged 12 or older had a past-year substance use disorder and 1 in 11 workers suffers from SUD.
New national and state legislation urges employers to implement solutions and programs that address this crisis.
Enabling workers in recovery to thrive in jobs with employer support will save lives and reduce suffering, sickness, and absenteeism, and it turns out it's also great for business.
Each one of us has seen family members, loved ones, friends, and even co-workers affected. Given that the vast majority of U.S. adults with a SUD are currently employed, employers are in a unique position to play a significant role in combatting this national crisis and directly impacting their organizations.
Tom Coderre SAMHSA's Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use
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